Increases penalties for juveniles and adults convicted of motor vehicle theft and related crimes in New Jersey.

New Jersey S3086 increases penalties for motor vehicle theft and related crimes. For juveniles, it mandates incarceration and community service for certain offenses. Adults face mandatory minimum prison sentences, with escalating penalties for repeat offenses. The bill also allows courts to require restitution for victims and to suspend or revoke driving licenses. The legislation responds to rising car theft rates in the state.

Increases penalties for juveniles and adults convicted of motor vehicle theft and related crimes in New Jersey.

New Jersey S3086 increases penalties for motor vehicle theft and related crimes. For juveniles, it mandates incarceration and community service for certain offenses. Adults face mandatory minimum prison sentences, with escalating penalties for repeat offenses. The bill also allows courts to require restitution for victims and to suspend or revoke driving licenses. The legislation responds to rising car theft rates in the state.